Division Number

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An official reference number used to identify a recorded parliamentary division.

Category: Parliamentary documents and sources Votes and divisions

Also used as: division number, division numbers, division reference, division ID, division No.

Source / explainer: Search official vote results in Votes in Parliament

Last reviewed: 21 August 2026

A division number is an official reference used to identify a recorded parliamentary division. It helps distinguish one vote from another, especially where several votes happen on the same day or on similar subjects. The date, House and title are still needed to understand what the division was about.

Related terms

DivisionA formal vote in Parliament where members are counted for each side.Vote ResultThe recorded outcome of a parliamentary vote, showing whether the question was agreed or rejected.
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